The root canal is a necessary treatment done on the inside of the tooth when the pulp becomes inflamed or infected. After the root canal treatment, the tooth continues to function like any other tooth.

Pain during root canal treatment: Nowadays, with the help of modern techniques and anaesthetics, you will not feel any pain during or after the treatment. However, for the first few days after treatment, your tooth may feel sensitive.

Root canal steps: The tooth is numbed with an anaesthetic and the endodontist places a dental over the area to isolate the tooth. Next, an opening in the crown of the tooth is made and very small instruments are used to clean the pulp from the pulp chamber, root canals and to shape the space for filling.

Root canals are filled with a biocompatible material called gutta-percha. It is placed with an adhesive cement to ensure complete sealing of the root canals. You will need a return visit to have a crown or other restoration placed on the tooth to restore it to full function.

Root canal treatment cost ranges from $585 to $1150 for an anterior tooth, $670 to $1250 for a premolar tooth and $820 to $1600 for a posterior tooth.